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Behind the Scenes of Luxury | We take you to Mauritius, to the Camondo museum, aboard the Orient Express Silenseas, New York, etc…

New products not to be missed, between the Doucet and Camondo exhibition, the launch of the Silenseas sailboat with the Orient Express logo or Thomas Pheasant, the exhibition not to be missed in NY!


Muse villas: the most beautiful private villas for rent in Mauritius

Villa Matahari – © Muse villas

With the idea of ​​creating a new travel experience and tailor-made holidays, muse villaswas launched this fall 2022, at the Ile Maurice. The controls, Matthieu Appassamy and Xavier Doger de Spéville, two Mauritian friends, one expert in seasonal rentals, the other in luxury hotels. Their collection already brings together 20 confidential dream villas, most of which have never been rented. Their slogan: « By hedonists, for hedonists ».
Rather than putting down their suitcases in a Palace, travelers have the possibility of shaping their stay in complete privacy, according to their needs and desires of the moment, whether they are with a tribe, a family, etc., with a chef and hotel services 5 stars operated directly by muse villas..
“Villa hosts” are at their disposal to meet all their expectations: book access to hot spots, visits, yoga classes, massages, boating, diving… Tailor-made à la carte!


Exhibition Doucet and Camondo A passion for the 18th century

Adrian Karbowsky. Large lounge. Longitudinal section, 1907. Watercolour. INHA-Exhibition ‘Doucet and Camondo – © Nissim de Camondo Museum

The Decorative Arts and theNational Institute of Art History (INHA) present, at Museum Nissim de Camondofrom March 16 to September 3, 2023, an exhibition dedicated to the rich collection of 18th century works of art constituted by Jacques Doucet.
Famous fashion designer and great patron Jacques Doucet (1853-1929) was also one of the most important collectors of his time. A selection of drawings, photographs and archive documents kept at the INHA traces the history of this prestigious heritage. You will discover the ephemeral decorations of the private mansion located rue Spontini in the 16th arrondissement that Doucet had specially built to house this set of 18th century paintings, drawings, sculptures, furniture and works of art. It highlights the works that belonged to Jacques Doucet, preserved in particular at the Nissim de Camondo museum, former private mansion of Moïse de Camondo, thus forging the link between these two great collectors.

Nissim de Camondo Museum, 63 rue de Monceau, Paris 8th. Admission: €12.


Gardens, Garden: Return to the Tuileries from June 1 to 4, 2023

Signage – Tuileries Gardens – © Eric d’Hérouville / Gardens, garden

“Resourceful, responsible and generous gardens”, such is the red thread of the 18 th edition of the event dedicated to landscape creation and exterior design: Jardins, jardin aux Tuileries. Protecting and safeguarding our environment, developing plants in the city are a major challenge that must be met by all those involved in the landscaping sector, architects, gardeners, nurserymen.
You can walk in the heart of 30 gardensephemeral terraces and balconies, discover the latest and innovations offered by 100 exhibitors, and participate in daily activities (educational and fun workshops) for young and old. An unmissable meeting.

Entrance to the Tuileries Garden, Place de la Concorde side, Paris 1st.


The Orient Express Silenseas will set sail in 2026

Orient Express Silenseas – © Orient Express Silenseas

140 years later the launch of its first luxury trains, the legend Orient Express continue with this fabulous project. A sailboat of the future born from the unique tricolor association between Accor, world leader in hospitality, and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, leader in the construction of cruise ships. Nantes design agency Stirling Design International draws the exterior lines, while the architect Maxime d’Angeac designs the interior layout and decorations.

Longde 220 meterswith three rigs, it will celebrate all the Art of Travel according to Orient Express through its 54 Suites with an average area of ​​70m2, including its Presidential Suite of 1415 m2 (530m2 of private terrace!). His 2 swimming pools including a swimming lane, its two restaurants and its speakeasy bar will add to the quintessence of luxury, absolute comfort and dreams. Amphitheater-Cabaret, private recording studio, SPA treatments, meditation session and stopovers to discover cultural treasures will help you disconnect from time. The first copy will be delivered in March 2026.


Fuori Marmo, the first wine aged in white Carrara marble jars

Cuvée Off Marble – © Cuvée Off Marble-Yannick Alléno

It all started with a crazy idea Yannick Alleno : raising a wine for the first time in Carrara marble. A challenge taken up with Paolo Carli, CEO of Henraux quarries, and winemaker Olivier Paul-Morandini of Domaine Fuori Mondo, It took 6 months to shape two amphoras of 17.5 hl and two tons each.
After two and a half years of adjustments and research, the cuvée is finally unveiled: a Cabernet Sauvignon IGT Costa Toscana 2019 on hillsides from a great clay-limestone terroir, which the marble prolongs in a very beautiful complexity, with a maceration of only six days.
An exceptional cuvée presented to experts, who praised it, such as Gianni Fabrizio (Gambero Rosso) “We witnessed the birth of an inventive and very good wine, from a terroir and a winemaker particular: a small work of art. »

Cuvée Fuori Marmo, limited edition of 1,000 bottles, €1,085


Thomas Pheasant x Par Excellence: The exhibition not to be missed in New York

Par Excellence – © Par Excellence

Created in 2016 in New York by Charles Jouffre, director of Ateliers Jouffre, Par excellence, the agency specializing in high-end interior design and the creation of bespoke furniture, brings together 11 of the best French craftsmen. The Collective has just opened its new space at 344 Bowery in Manhattanwith a scenography signed by Thomas Pheasantrenowned for its chic and refined style, which has transformed this classic New York apartment into a magical place.
A dialogue of cultures between American design & exceptional French craftsmanship. 150 m2 where the know-how of the Collectif Par Excellence is superbly highlighted: Atelier de Ricou, Ateliers Jouffre, Ateliers Lison de Caunes, Ateliers Saint-Jacques, Auberlet et Laurent, Henri Technologies, Maison Meljac, Burgundy carpet factory, Ozone and Souchet. All the custom-made elements of the decor harmonize, respond to each other and inspire. A project that contributes to developing French notoriety in the field of arts and crafts in the United States.

344 Bowery, NY, 10012 USA. Take RV sur [email protected]

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